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This Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a base of tender and flavorful shredded chicken that is slow-cooked in a garlic parmesan sauce and then tossed with pasta. Kids love it.
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This crockpot garlic parmesan chicken pasta is an easy and delicious dinner that the entire family can enjoy. This is a comfort food dinner made with tender chicken, cooked pasta in a garlic parmesan sauce. The perfect pasta dish to pair with your favorite veggies, crisp salad, and dinner roll.
I love this chicken and pasta dish as it is one the whole family devours. Plus if you have leftovers it reheats well. Great for busy weeknights that you can throw in the slow cooker as you head out the door. Try this crockpot Olive Garden chicken pasta.
If you want to serve up a sweet dessert to go with this chicken pasta, consider this crockpot peach cobbler.
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- Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
This is a quick overview of the ingredients that you will need to make this recipe. You can find the full list in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- boneless skinless chicken breasts
- parmesan cheese
- chicken broth
- butter
- garlic
- parsley
- oregano
- basil
- black pepper
- salt
- red pepper flakes (optional)
- penne pasta
Instructions
This is a quick overview of the instructions to make this recipe. You can find the full steps in the recipe card.
Add all the ingredients but the pasta to the slow cooker.
Cook on low heat for 4-6 hours. Use two forks to shred the chicken.
Cook the pasta according to the package directions and add to the slow cooker with the shredded chicken.
Garnish with freshly grated parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
Hint: Cook your pasta till al dente so that when you mix it in the slow cooker, you will let the pasta cook a bit longer. This will prevent it from getting too soggy. You can also reach for your favorite pasta for this recipe.
Variations
Here are a handful of ways to change up this delicious dish a bit to alter the flavor. You can leave the recipe as is, or change it up with a few additional seasonings and more. Try one or more of these variations.
- Creamy Parmesan Garlic Sauce– Mix in 4 ounces of cream cheese to create a creamy sauce for this recipe. Or you can do 2 ounces of cream cheese and 1/3 cup of sour cream for a variation of flavor. If you find it is too thick add a splash of milk.
- Vegetable Deluxe– Mix in some fresh spinach at the end of cooking the crock pot garlic chicken. Or you can dice up peppers, green beans, mushrooms, or other vegetables to cook along with the chicken.
- Bottled Sauce– Don’t want to make a homemade sauce? You can buy the Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic sauce to keep the same flavors for this parmesan garlic chicken pasta recipe. You can use half or the entire bottle of parmesan garlic sauce in the slow cooker.
Consider trying this million-dollar chicken casserole for another family-friendly recipe.
Equipment
You will want to use a slow cooker for this recipe. Now you can use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup. You will also need a pot for cooking the pasta and a strainer. This crockpot dish uses minimal equipment to be made.
Storage
If you have leftover pasta place it in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Then you can reheat the leftovers in the microwave in a microwave-safe dish, or on the stovetop. Add more broth or milk to the mixture as it will thicken once chilled. I recommend to heat up on low heat so you don’t burn the mixture.
You can also freeze the pasta if you would like, for 1-2 months. Then when you are ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight, or reheat straight from the freezer. The pasta will be a bit softer once it is reheated.
Wendy’s Test Kitchen Tips
- Cook the pasta as directed on the back of the package. Follow the package instructions for cooking the pasta. The cooking time can vary a bit depending on how fast your stove heats up.
- Trim the boneless chicken and remove any fat or areas of the chicken that need to be trimmed up. Do this before you place it in the slow cooker.
- If you use the Buffalo Wild Wings sauce over making homemade sauce, then add 1/2 to a whole bottle depending on how rich you want the recipe to be. I prefer the homemade version in terms of flavor.
- You can use shredded chicken that is precooked if you want. You would just cook for a less amount of time as you mostly just want the flavors to blend essentially.
- Feel free to use gluten-free pasta or protein pasta for this slow cooker recipe. Just essentially cook the pasta of your choice as you would prefer.
FAQs
Can I use bone-in chicken?
You can use bone-in chicken, but you will need to remove the chicken and then debone the chicken before serving. I find that boneless works best for this recipe.
What can I serve it with?
You can serve this chicken with pasta, rice, vegetables, cauliflower rice, or even mashed potatoes. Feel free to eat it plain, serve on a bun, or top one of the items listed above.
How can I thicken the sauce?
To thicken the sauce you can add 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water. Mix well and then stir in the slow cooker and let it thicken for 15-20 minutes.
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
- Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick
- Steakhouse Pasta
- Cheesy Chorizo Orzo
- Sausage and Tortellini Skillet
Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with the Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe :
- Banana Cornbread
- Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower
- Bread Machine Cheese Bread
- Bread Machine Beer Bread Recipe
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Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
This Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a base of tender and flavorful shredded chicken that is slow-cooked in a garlic parmesan sauce and then tossed with pasta. Kids love it.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 4 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 455kcal
Author: Wendy
Equipment
slow cooker – 6 quart or large
large pot or dutch oven
colander
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 cups penne pasta cooked according to package directions
- Additional grated parmesan for serving
Instructions
Grease the crock pot with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
Over the chicken, place the grated Parmesan cheese, chicken broth, melted butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the chicken.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Cooking times may vary depending on your crock pot, so check for doneness at around 4 hours.
Once the chicken is fully cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crock pot or dice if preferred, mixing the chicken well with the flavorful sauce.
Toss the pasta into the chicken and sauce. Allow the pasta to soak up the sauce for an additional 15-20 minutes on the “warm” setting if available, stirring occasionally to ensure it’s evenly coated.
Serve garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
Nutrition
Serving: 2Serving | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 702mg | Potassium: 696mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 456IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 1mg
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